Review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) by Les E — 15 Apr 2013

Without holding anything back, Michael Moore's Bowling for Columbine is provoking, fascinating and a mandatory view.

This review of Bowling for Columbine (2002) was written by Les E on 15 Apr 2013.

Bowling for Columbine has generally received very positive reviews.

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